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Steve and Sara Urquhart are NOT perfect parents; a fact they readily admit. However, through love, humility, and luck, they managed to raise a cadre of great kids into adulthood. They're often sought out for parenting advice by friends and family, which spurred the thought that maybe a larger audience could benefit from their stories of growth, trial, and error as parents. Thus, The Perfect Parenting Podcast was born. Join us for uncensored and touching stories from two Utah parents who aren't perfect, but who did a hell of a great job raising their kids.

The moment Diane Burke, an author and mother of two grown sons, received an unexpected certified letter in the mail, she had no idea her life would be shaken to its core. Memories of a past she had buried more than forty years ago suddenly resurfaced and she wasn't prepared to deal with them. Steve Orlandi, happily married, father of two and step-father of three, was living the typical middle class American life. But since the age of eight, when he discovered he was adopted, he had led that life dealing with inner questions about his self-identity and genetic history.

Assertiveness is a key social skill, as well as a tool for making your relationships more equal. Learning to respond more effectively to others can help you reduce stress and increase your sense of self-worth. In this fully updated and revised 10th edition, you'll learn practical advice on dealing with difficult people, handling criticism, and expressing your feelings. You'll also discover how to use humor in conflict resolution, ways to clarify others' intentions, and how to distinguish between encouraging and discouraging communication habits.

At some point in your life, you may have met a pretty girl that you wanted to ask out or ask her for her number, but you were scared or didn't know the proper ways to approach her, which is normal. However, there are many ways to do it and for this to work well most of the time regardless of your physique.

Following the wildly popular Vertical Marriage with the same charming, relatable dialogue between mom and dad, bestselling authors and national hosts of FamilyLife Today Dave and Ann Wilson dive headlong into the monumental task of parenting in the 21st century. Raising kids with hearts for...

As Roseann Sdoia waited to watch her friend cross the finish line of the Boston Marathon in 2013, she had no idea her life was about to change - that in a matter of minutes she would look up from the sidewalk, burned and deaf, staring at her detached foot, screaming for help amid the smoke and blood. In the chaos of the minutes that followed, three people would enter Roseann's life and change it forever.

Mom and dad, your kids are created in God's image, not your own. Jill Savage and Kathy Koch will guide you in truly appreciating your kids. They will teach you how to study and become an expert on your children, because you cannot fully embrace them until you truly know them.

If you have ever forgotten to pick up your kids, accidentally worn two different shoes to the grocery store, or lost your cool over a messy house, you are not alone! In No More Perfect Moms, Jill Savage says it how it is: All moms struggle. We fall short of our own standards of excellence, and then we feel insecure about not being the perfect wife with the perfect kids, perfect husband, perfect home, perfect friends, perfect marriage, and perfect body. Jill speaks to the root of the insecurities mothers feel and points to a better way.

If you feel like the spark is gone, like a critical spirit has invaded your marriage, like you want more intimacy but something is in the way, you could be suffering from the Perfection Infection. The Perfection Infection happens when we cultivate unrealistic expectations of ourselves and our spouse, gradually leading to intimacy-killing behavior, also known as the "Seven Slow Fades".

Who would have thought that something as simple and natural as meeting and keeping a partner would need a manual? After all, it's easy, right? Wrong. It seems these days the only bit of romance we see is when another film version of Pride and Prejudice get released. Perfect Romance contains 52 brilliant little ideas that you can use to invigorate your love life. So what are you waiting for?

Chocolate and cards just won't cut it. You want your loved one to feel special, to see that you put in a real effort this year, and most importantly—to demonstrate your love and commitment to your partner. It doesn't matter if this is your first Valentine's Day together or your 20th, it's the one day a year reserved for couples. It gives us a chance to slow down the pace of the daily grind and focus our attention on the one person who means the world to us.

A clear, practical guide for those who are in lackluster, disconnected relationships or are seeking to create a healthy relationship from the start.

After a fairy-tale courtship in 1980s New York City, Maggie's young marriage shatters when her "perfect" husband - a star editor at the Wall Street Journal - is diagnosed with and dies of AIDS, leaving her with two young children in a city electrified by paranoia about the new epidemic. Devastated by his betrayal, Maggie struggles to protect herself and her children from stigma, keeping the circumstances of her husband's death a secret for nearly 25 years.

Welcome to No Perfect Parents with Richelle Clayton—the podcast where we ditch the guilt, challenge the norms, and talk honestly about what it really means to be a "good" parent—someone who shows up, not just for your family, but for yourself, too. If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing yourself in the chaos of modern parenthood, this is your space to feel seen, validated, and empowered to parent differently. Expect real talk, science-backed insights, and practical tools to help you feel more like you AND the parent you want to be. Sound like your vibe? Welcome to your new favorite ...

From birth, each of us wants to love and be loved. As we grow older, we begin searching for ‘the one’, seeking out a relationship that will satisfy our desires. Perhaps this process has been difficult for you. You may have to make a few mistakes before finding your soul mate. It’s time to find the love of your life and be happy, with a little help from hypnosis.

Perfect Jewish Parents is a show from the Shalom Hartman Institute about the joys and "oys" of raising children Jewishly. Each week our hosts, Masua Sagiv and Joshua Ladon, speak with a different guest to explore questions like: How do you integrate Judaism into a modern life with all its competing demands and seemingly endless choices? How do you talk about God when you’re not sure about your own beliefs? How do you discuss the Holocaust, or Israel with your kids? Join us for conversations that are honest, irreverent, and heartfelt. JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR MORE HARTMAN IDEAS

It’s somewhat a cliché, but it's true—your perfect match is out there. Sadly, finding them can be a struggle. Your mind may play tricks on you and force you to second guess your intuition. Deep down, you have the ability to recognise love for exactly what it is and you just need some support to turn that idea into reality. It’s time to find your soulmate, with a little help from hypnosis.

Keeping it real with parenthood ✌🏽 Parent hacks, stories and support for Parents by Parents!

Welcome to Nobody’s Perfect - a podcast that speaks directly to the hearts and minds of Colorado’s youth and families. Powered by NAMI Arapahoe/Douglas Counties and NAMI Colorado, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to empower, provide support, encourage collaboration, and raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing.A safe and inclusive space for open conversationPerfection isn't real. Your story is.Today’s youth have a lot on their plate, with many facing unique mental health challenges earlier in life. The good news: now there’s a space for fearless leaders, community members, ...

Perfection is an illusion sold to us a thousand ways a day. Join best friends, Jessica and Michelle, as they discover the beauty in the messiness of real life and find joy in the every day by embracing simplicity, creativity and a little sparkle.